The Tower of London, viewed here through the cable supports of Tower Bridge, c1945-c1965. Artist: SW Rawlings

The Tower of London, viewed here through the cable supports of Tower Bridge, c1945-c1965. Artist: SW Rawlings

1-231-836 - Reproduced by permission of Historic England/English Heritage/Heritage Images

The Tower of London, viewed here through the cable supports of Tower Bridge, c1945-c1965. It was built in the reign of William the Conqueror in 1077 and it was later improved defensively by Henry III and Edward I in the 13th and 14th centuries. It has served as a fortress, royal palace, arsenal and prison. The Port of London Authority building can be seen to the left.


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People Information

Creator
  1. SW Rawlings, attributed to: (British?): Photographer

Medium
  1. Photograph

Category Hierarchy

Locations & Buildings Palaces & Stately Homes

Locations & Buildings Castles

Locations & Buildings Bridges


Digital Image Size

Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 3619x5426
File Size : 57,530kb


Aliases

  1. AA002050
  1. 0250001522
  1. 1-231-836
  1. 1231836
  1. 1522
  1. A3
  1. AA002050


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